Cat ®
794 AC
Features:
„„High Performance Engine – The Cat® C175-16 engine offers reliability and
durability with proven performance in the large mining truck application.
„„Focus on Safety – Wide access stairways, service platforms for the
engine, traction alternator and control cabinet, four corner wet disc
brakes, and industry leading retarding.
„„Enhanced Serviceability – Open engine and traction alternator access,
simplified hydraulics, grouped electrical and hydraulic routing, ground
level filters and service points.
Specifications
Engine
Engine Model Cat C175-16
Gross Power – SAE J1995
Standard 2610 kW 3,500 hp
Optional 2312 kW 3,100 hp
Optional 2051 kW 2,750 hp
Rated Speed 1,800 rpm
Net Power – SAE J1349 2539 kW 3,405 hp
Emissions Rating Fuel Optimized
Bore 175 mm 6.9 in
Stroke 220 mm 8.7 in
Displacement 85 L 5,187 in3
• Contact factory for high altitude configuration.
Weights – approximate
Gross Machine Operating Weight 521 631 kg 1,150,000 lb
Chassis Weight 189 233 kg 417,187 lb
Body Weight 28 186 kg 62,140 lb
• Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum tire load.
• Chassis weight with 100% fuel, hoist, body mounting group, rims,
and tires.
• Body weight varies depending on how body is equipped.
Weight Distributions – approximate
Front Axle – Empty 49%
Rear Axle – Empty 51%
Front Axle – Loaded 33%
Rear Axle – Loaded 67%
Mining Truck
„„Reliable AC Electric Drive System – The Cat AC electric drive power
train is Caterpillar designed, integrated and supported.
„„Comfortable Cab – Operators find the spacious and quiet cab offers
excellent visibility with intuitive, easy to learn controls.
„„Truck Body Options – Caterpillar designed and built bodies provide
optimal performance and reliability.
Operating Specifications
Nominal Payload Capacity 291 tonnes 320 tons
Top Speed – Loaded 60 km/h 37 mph
Steer Angle 39 degrees
Minimum Turning Radius 16.2 m 53 ft
• Payload assumes no debris, no extra options or attachments.
• Refer to the Cat Mining Truck 10/10/20 Overload Policy (AEXQ0250) for
maximum gross machine weight limitations.
Final Drives
Total Reduction Ratio 35:1
AC Drive System
Generator/Alternator Brushless, engine mounted,
dual bearing
Controls IGBT Inverter Technology,
air cooled, pressurized
cabinet with filtration
Wheel Motor Cat AC induction, rear
axle mounted
Cooling System Variable speed, hydraulically
driven cooling system
Tires
• 53/80 R63.
• Production capabilities of the 794 AC truck are such that, under certain
job conditions, TKPH (TMPH) capabilities could be exceeded and,
therefore, limit production.
• Caterpillar recommends the customer evaluate all job conditions and
consult tire manufacturer for proper tire selection.
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Braking System Steering

Front Wet Disc Brake Surface Area 131 473 cm2 20,378 in2 Steering Standards ISO 5010:2007
Rear Wet Disc Brake Surface Area 198 388 cm2 30,750 in2
• Gross Machine Operating Weight is 521 631 kg (1,150,000 lb).
Standards ISO 3450:2011
Electric Retarding – Radial Grid Design
Dynamic Retarding Power
Continuous 4086 kW 5,480 hp

Body Hoists
Pump Flow – High Idle (LAA @ 1,960 rpm) 910 L/min 240 gal/min
Pump Flow – High Idle (HAA @ 1,800 rpm) 840 L/min 221 gal/min 8

Relief Valve Setting – Raise 20 884 kPa 3,029 psi

Body Raise Time – High Idle 24 Seconds 7
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High Idle Body Lower Time – Float 20 Seconds
Total Cycle Time 44 Seconds
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• Twin, two-stage hydraulic cylinders mounted inside main frame; 5
double‑acting cylinders in both stages. 3 4
• Power raise in both stages; power down in both stages possible. 2
• Automatic body-lower modulation reduces impact on frame. 11
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Capacity – HE Body – 100% fill factor
Struck 108-133 m3 142-175 yd3
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 180-222 m3 236-290 yd3
Dump Body Plate Thickness Varies Depending on Body Selection
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Floor Plate 16 mm 0.63 in
Front Plate 9 mm 0.35 in
Side Plate 8 mm 0.31 in
Canopy Plate 5 mm 0.20 in 10 15

• Contact your local Cat dealer for body recommendations. 9 16

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Service Refill Capacities Dimensions

Fuel Tank 4922 L 1,300 gal (All dimensions are approximate. Shown with 193.6 m3 (253 yd3) HE Body.)
Cooling System 799 L 211 gal 1 Height to Top of ROPS 6779 mm 22'3"
Crankcase 310 L 82 gal 2 Overall Length 15 463.5 mm 50'9"
Final Drives, each 254 L 67 gal 3 Wheelbase 6644.5 mm 21'10"
Hydraulic Tank 1121 L 296 gal 4 Rear Axle to Tail 4716 mm 15'6"
Hydraulic System (includes tank) 1458 L 385 gal 5 Ground Clearance 906 mm 2'8"
6 Dump Clearance 1555 mm 3'0"
ROPS
7 Loading Height – Empty 6995 mm 22'11"
ROPS Standards
8 Overall Height – Body Raised 14 747 mm 48'5"
• ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure) meets ISO 3471:1994. 9 Centerline Front Tire Width 7024 mm 23'0"
• FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) meets ISO 3449:1992. 10 Front Axle Clearance 969 mm 3'2"
11 Canopy Width 9068 mm 29'9"
Sound (without optional rock deflectors)
Sound Standard 12 Outside Body Width 9062 mm 29'9"
• The operator sound pressure level measured according to work cycle 13 Inside Body Width 8560 mm 28'1"
procedures specified in ISO 6394 and 6396 is 75 dB(A) for cab offered 14 Front Canopy Height 8024 mm 26'4"
by Caterpillar when properly installed, maintained, and tested with
15 Rear Axle Clearance 934 mm 3'1"
doors and windows closed.
• Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open 16 Centerline Rear Dual Tire Width 5727 mm 18'9"
operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/ 17 Overall Tire Width 8738 mm 28'8"
windows open) for extended periods or in a noisy environment.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT
POWER TRAIN
„„C175-16 Diesel Engine
• Turbocharging (4)/aftercooled
• Air to air after cooler (ATAAC)
• Air cleaner (4) with precleaner
• Elevated low idle control
• Multi-point oil pressure sensing
• Pre-lubrication/engine
„„Braking system:
• Brake release towing
• Oil-cooled, multi-disc (front and rear)
(service, retarding, parking, secondary)
• Automatic Retarder Control
• Electric dynamic retarding with blended
low speed
• Extended life brake disc material
„„Cat AC drive train:
• IGBT controlled AC induction motors
• AC generator
• AC cooled radial grid
„„Body-up reverse neutralizer
„„Programmable top speed
„„Rear axle continuous lube/filtration
„„Reverse shift inhibitor
„„Directional shift management
„„Neutral coast inhibitor
„„Body-up shift inhibitor
„„Neutral start inhibitor
ELECTRICAL
„„Alarm, backup
„„Brushless alternator 150 amp charging
„„Batteries – 12V (8) 90 amp hour
„„Converter, 12V electrical
„„Electrical system, 24V, 10, 15, 20 amp fuses
and breakers
„„Battery charge receptacle
„„Lighting, signals/service:
• Halogen lighting package
• Backup and hazard lighting
• Directional signals (front and rear LED)
• Front stair access/service deck
• Stop/tail lights (LED)
• Engine compartment
• Inverter energy LED warning lights
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT FLUIDS
„„Air conditioner „„Extended life coolant to –35° C (–30° F)
„„12V DC power supply (1)
„„Cup holder (2)
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
„„Traction control system
„„Diagnostic connection port
„„Auxiliary “buddy” dumping quick connect
„„Dome courtesy light
„„Auxiliary steering quick connect (towing)
„„Entertainment radio ready:
„„Rotating component guards
• 20 amp switched/10 amp memory converter
„„Fast fill fuel system (LH and RH side)
• Speakers, and wiring harnesses
„„Fuel filter with water separator
„„Gauges/indicators
„„Ground level battery lockout
„„Gauge panel:
„„Machine lockout
• Hydraulic oil temperature
„„Engine start lockout
• Engine coolant temperature
„„ECM cabinet lockout
• Fuel level
• Electric engine control fault indicator „„Ground level engine shut-down
• Electric hour meter „„Rock ejectors (chain)
„„Tow hooks and pin (front)
• Speedometer
• Tachometer „„Tow pin (rear) (empty truck only)
• VIMS message center advisor „„Mudflaps
„„Heater/defroster
„„Coolant level gauge (on radiator)
„„Automatic lubrication system
„„Storage space behind seat
„„S·O·SSM sample points
„„ROPS cab, insulated/sound suppressed
(hydraulic, cooling, engine)
„„Seat, operator, air suspension
„„Seatbelt, operator, three points
„„Seat, trainer, air suspension
„„Seatbelt, trainer, two point
„„Steering wheel, tilt, telescopic
„„Tinted glass
„„Window, electric powered, operator/passenger
„„Wiper, windshield, intermittent control
and washer
„„Fixed access ladder
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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
„„High altitude configurations available „„ANSI and ISO service instructions „„High efficiency dump body
„„2050 kW (2,750 hp) and 2312 kW (3,100 hp) „„Retarding indicator light • 1543 kg/m3 (2,600 lb/yd3) density body
setting available and lower tier ratings „„Cab pedestal for additional display • 1721 kg/m3 (2,900 lb/yd3) density body
„„Throttle lock „„Radio/CD player • 1839 kg/m3 (3,100 lb/yd3) density body
„„Timer, engine shutdown „„Front bumper center tow attachment • 2076 kg/m3 (3,500 lb/yd3) density body
„„Body heat exhaust „„Brake wear indicator tool „„Canopy extension
„„Gel batteries (8) „„Coolant –50° C (–58° F) „„Body rock box
„„High Intensity Discharge (HID) „„HE dump body rock box liner „„Side profile lighting
lighting package „„HE dump body canopy rock deflectors „„Central service
„„LED lighting package
„„Heated mirrors (LH and RH) „„Language monitors – English, Spanish,
„„Fog lights Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian,
„„Rear axle oil cooler
„„LED work lights Swedish, Estonian, Latin, Lithuanian,
„„Standard accumulators and Australia/Canada
„„English or Metric gauges certified accumulators Slovakian, Slovenian, Greek, Romanian,
„„Payload, digital display
Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Icelandic,
„„Hot start, for cold weather
Finnish, Danish, Thai, Indonesian, Vietnam,
„„Powered access ladder „„Diesel fuel warmer Malaysian, Chinese
„„Inverter platform „„Wheel chocks (ANSI or ISO)
„„Fast fill fuel system (front and right) „„Portable fire extinguisher
„„Rims: Six (6) position and quick change „„Murphy gauge

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